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  • countertop ice maker showing fresh clean ice

    Here's Exactly How Often To Clean Your Ice Maker For The Purest Taste

    Cleaning your ice maker regularly isn't just about food safety, it's also about keeping your ice tasting pure. Here's just how often you should do it.

    By Marco Sumayao 6 months ago Read More
  • Photo of a farmhouse sink

    Do Those Trendy Farmhouse Kitchen Sinks Chip Or Scratch Too Easily? What To Know

    Those deep, spacious, and rustic-looking farmhouse sinks appear to be sturdy and durable, but how resistant are they to signs of wear and tear really?

    By David Bugg 6 months ago Read More
  • A person in a green apron cleaning an oven with a sponge.

    You Probably Already Have Everything You Need To Make This Eco-Friendly Oven Cleaner

    There's no need to whip out the heavy chemical cleaners to make your oven sparkle. Instead, make an oven cleaner using ingredients you already have on hand.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 6 months ago Read More
  • Clean kitchen counter

    The Worst Kitchen Countertop Look That's Easy To Fix If You're Willing To

    Kitchen countertops should look good and be functional, but they can quickly look worse for wear if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are some easy fixes.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 6 months ago Read More
  • An individual opening a glass oven door.

    How To Get A Squeaky-Clean Glass Oven Door Every Time

    Oven doors splattered in grease and caked with burnt-on grime can be arduous to clean. Thankfully, you only need two pantry items to make 'em shine again.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 6 months ago Read More
  • A close-up photo of a glass-top kitchen range.

    ​​The Important Tip To Remember For Keeping Your Glass-Top Appliances In Perfect Condition

    Glass-top appliances offer a sleek, modern look to your kitchen, but keeping them in good condition requires you to keep a few important tips in mind.

    By Betsy Parks 6 months ago Read More
  • Kitchen with butcher block island

    Unexplained Bad Smells In Your Kitchen? One Overlooked Appliance Might Be The Source

    If you think you've cleaned everywhere in your kitchen, you might be wrong. This often-neglected appliance is a major trap for dust and grime.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 months ago Read More
  • A neat and tidy kitchen counter

    The Easy Way To Keep Your Kitchen Tidy Without Long Cleaning Sessions

    Kitchen cleaning can quickly snowball into a daunting and time-consuming chore. However, there is one simple trick to keep it manageable.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 6 months ago Read More
  • Person washing mushrooms in a sink

    How To Wash Mushrooms Without Accidentally Making Them Soggy

    Mushrooms are incredible ingredients for their sheer variety alone, but they absolutely must be washed. Here's how to do it without them getting soggy.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 7 months ago Read More
  • A hot grill full of barbecued chicken thighs.

    The Key To Stopping BBQ Sauce From Sticking To Your Grill Grates

    There's nothing better than grilling up some delicious barbecue, but there's hardly anything worse than the sauce sticking to the grates. Here's how to stop it.

    By Andy Hume 7 months ago Read More
  • Brownie in a cast iron skillet topped with ice cream

    Before You Make A Skillet Brownie In Your Cast Iron, Make Sure You've Done This

    Ready to make a brownie in your cast iron skillet? Don't forget to complete this simple prep step first so your dessert comes out perfectly gooey and delicious.

    By Sarah Nowicki Nicholson 7 months ago Read More
  • photo of dirty bird bath

    Keep Bird Baths Algae Free With Help From A Kitchen Staple

    Green algae floating in your bird bath is never a good sign. It's toxic to birds and invites nasty insects. Luckily, there's one easy way to clean it off.

    By David Bugg 7 months ago Read More
  • half a lemon and a small bowl of clear vinegar

    What Cleans Your Kitchen Better: Lemon Juice Or Vinegar?

    When it comes to natural kitchen cleaners, no two items are more lauded than vinegar and lemon juice. But which one actually does a better job of cleaning?

    By Tara Bowen 7 months ago Read More
  • Celebrity chef Martha Stewart appears at an event.

    Martha Stewart Knows How To Save Your Drain From Excess Cooking Oil

    Pouring grease down the drain can ruin your pipes, but Martha Stewart has a clever trick for cleaning up grease that will save your cookware and your plumbing.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • Two aquamarine, silicone oven mitts on a wooden table.

    Cleaning Grimy Silicone Oven Mitts Is A Breeze When You Use This Kitchen Tool

    Silicone oven mitts are an excellent investment for any home cook, but cleaning them can be a bit of a bother if you don't use this kitchen tool.

    By Andy Hume 7 months ago Read More
  • A cantaloupe cut into slices

    The Safest Way To Prevent Listeria In Cantaloupes

    Cantaloupes are a decadent treat, but they're shockingly prone to growing Listeria. Next time you grab one, make sure you follow the safest prevention method.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 7 months ago Read More
  • Hands wiping the outside of a kitchen cabinet

    How To Polish Wooden Kitchen Cabinets To Give Them A Like-New Look

    If you want shiny kitchen cabinets that look brand new, you need to know how to polish them correctly. These are all the tips you'll need.

    By Craig Mattson 7 months ago Read More
  • Open dishwasher with dishes

    Stop Letting Dirty Dishes Sit In Your Dishwasher (It's Causing More Damage Than You Think)

    Forgetting to run your dishwasher after loading it isn't the end of the world, but it's best to wash those dirty dishes sooner rather than later. Here's why.

    By Julia Mullaney 7 months ago Read More
  • An illustrative image showing an individual using kitchen tongs.

    How Kitchen Tongs Make Drying Reusable Plastic Bags Effortless

    Kitchen tongs are true workhorses, but they have even more uses than you think. This includes an excellent hack for drying reusable plastic bags.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 7 months ago Read More
  • Fruit flies on a sliced orange

    This Is Why Your Apple Cider Vinegar Fruit Fly Trap Isn't Working (And How To Fix It)

    The apple cider vinegar fruit fly trap promises a fly-free kitchen, but sometimes it just doesn't work. Here's why, and how to fix it so that it does its job.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 months ago Read More
  • Photo of a messy kitchen with tons of dishes

    The Kitchen Decluttering Habit That Instantly Makes Cooking Easier

    A cluttered kitchen makes cooking a nightmare. However, you can make your kitchen much easier to use and cooking more enjoyable if you commit to this one habit.

    By David Bugg 7 months ago Read More
  • Woman unloading dishwasher

    The 3-Month Dishwasher Habit That Can Prevent Major Problems In The Long Run

    This simple maintenance routine only takes a few minutes but can save you hundreds in repair costs and keep your dishwasher running like new for years.

    By Amanda Berkey 7 months ago Read More
  • White tiled kitchen with blue cabinets and open, floating wooden shelves

    The Popular Kitchen Design Element That's Gorgeous But Constantly Dusty

    This kitchen design trend is all the rage on social media right now. However, despite the fact that it is undeniably beautiful, it requires frequent dusting.

    By Brianna Gunter 7 months ago Read More
  • Open shelves are seen in a kitchen.

    Stop Storing Glassware Like This Unless You Want Constant Dirty Dishes

    Putting your beautiful glassware on display is an understandable impulse, but if you store them on these shelves, you'll be making a lot more work for yourself.

    By Amber Sutherland-Namako 7 months ago Read More
  • closeup of mason jar lids

    The Food-Safe Way To Clean Rusted Mason Jar Lids

    Rusty Mason jar lids are a common sight if you're a canner or just a Mason jar lover. Here's the food-safe way to clean the rust from your lids.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 7 months ago Read More
  • stained plastic food storage container in a kitchen sink

    Avoid Tupperware Stains For Good With A Simple Oil Hack

    Sick and tired of those opaque orange sauce stains sticking on your Tupperware containers? We've got the perfect hack for preventing staining on your container.

    By Megan Shoop-Volz 7 months ago Read More
  • person holding spray bottle over cockroaches on floor

    Keep Cockroaches Out Of Your Kitchen With This Natural Ingredient You Already Own

    Looking for a natural remedy to take care of those cockroaches infesting your kitchen? Look no further than your pantry; it likely already has what you need.

    By Sarah Lintakoon 7 months ago Read More
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